Savedbyamazinggrace

For myself, i look at why I'm on this forum in the first place. Faliure at dieting is why I'm here. Things will never change for me unless I try something different. As far as the friends go, if you lose them they were never your friends to begin with. I would rather find out now. I'm just looking for quality of life. You can get terrified when reading on here as well as encouraged. If you get too scared then wait : ) The surgery isn't going to disappear and will be here when you are ready and if you are ready. Could be this isn't the choice for you. I hope it all works out for the best for you Nicci. MY surgery day is Nov. 9th and Iwill be posting my surgery story as it unfolds. I guess the most important thing I would like to pass along is that food is KILLING us. Its just a slower death .

Awesome...good to her of someone making this change with a low BMI...Mine is also...I weigh right a 200 and people are making me feel bad for wanting the surgery......I've done nothing but gain weight for the last 12 years and dieting no longer works...I can't make myself stick to the diets longs enough.....with this,i will have to..: ) looking forward to better health,lower BP, losing that CPap machine and walking easier....

I would call your Dr. Office and ask them..this stuff is very important. Is the surgery October or November?

LOL i LOVE the picture ! I've not fully explained how different my eating habits will be to my husband so today i decided to tell him. I told him after the surgery i would be lucky to get down a tiny medicine cup of Water.....his eyes were big as saucers LOL...poor guy ,I hated to worry him.

LOL that is so awesome to hear because i feel like I'm carrying around a spare tire in my abdomen and i'm so ready to be rid of it : ) I use to be thin many years ago and remember how good it felt to walk around and buy cute clothes.....I hate shopping now.....I cant wait for that to change.

where is your protein shake?? You need those and start taking your bariatric vitamins....What did your dr. advise you to do??? How long of a pre op diet do you do? Usually its 2 weeks and then i think its clear liquid last two days or so...Im not there yet...start mine lat the end of this month. I was told a shake for breakfast and lunch and one more during the day and a small 200 calorie frozen dinner that is low carb and sugar...i have specifics but dont have them in front of me.....The dietician should have given you this info.

I'm a grandma too and scheduled to have my surgery on the big 52 : ) Welcome Boston George ! So glad to have you ! NOV 9th for me. i have had surgery before....hysterectomy....

What is the app called I wasn't it for my iPad!!

yeah! so awesome !!!

of course you will ... you are now and will be and always be...BEAUTIFUL......dont let anyone including yourself tell you different !

four weeks four days......wow

wow denied a sleep test...weird....

Why do people get the flintstones ? is it because they are chewable ???

I should make a list soon with things I'll want to take such as my iPad ,phone and chargers....What kind of vitamins or rather brand did you buy Buckeye ? I'm trying to compare brands and prices right now....

Days are going by pretty quick.....I have a Dr. appt on the 17th...hope all is in place and ready to go by then. I was approved and ready to go for the lap band but after reading on here changed my mind. I called my dr's office and told them i wanted the sleeve instead. Seems like the best choice. i haven officially heard from my insurance co. for this change but the requirements are the same so I expect no problems. A couple more weeks and i start the diet....I'm tempted to now but I don't want to make myself sick of the protein drinks earlier than I have to : ) I bought Injury chocolate and chicken flavored. I also bought the PB powder for later on to change the taste of the drink and add more protein. I'm trying to hold myself back from packing my bag LOL! I like to be prepared . I made sure i have a brand new thermometer (digital) the gas X strips and have yet to buy my vitamins. I also bought some new night clothes that will be suitable for walking around the hospital and chap stick for my lips . Some days I think of backing out ..I know that I will regret it if i do.....sure I can diet for a short time and then i would give up as always.....My health is suffering and would greatly benefit from this surgery. How is everyone holding up ?

Thank you! I too am using a CPAP machine....

Look it up online they have bmi charts everywhere...then ask you insurance co. So what if they say no...If you ask you have a chance....without asking you guarantee that answer of NO.

Hey there Nicci...I'm afraid too....I just pray and give it over to God to handle. If you do some research you will see other information that tells much different than that 1 in 400. Also there are considerations to take in as well......so many variables to calculate..... Did this person have a lap band ,were they a smoker, male ,was it open surgery and so on.... Each doctor has his or her own statistics..ask your doctor about theirs...Keep yourself informed about what to watch for if there is leak.....demand attention if not given and so forth.....This is a great place to find out what its like . We have tons of people with all sorts of scenarios that can help you on you day.....I read posts every night....I'm taking notes on what to expect or worry about. Ask if you can have something to relieve the anxiety. Don't be afraid . This is your opportunity to ask questions ! I'm praying for you !

Thanks cause Im freaking out as my day approaches Nov 9th...having second thoughts...i hate pain and am afraid of the finality of it all.....I pray for an easy time

You can do it !!!! Only a few more days !

I have read that walking helps

Did your friend do anything to cause it like throw up a lot or lift heavy things???

Hello, i'm looking for others with a surgery date of November. I'm having my surgery done in San Antonio Tx.

I can only imagine...post away....I'll be checking on you all to see how you are...saying prayers as well. Im excited for all of you!

wishing you well and thinking of you today!